Assessment and Accountability Overview
School Report Card Letter | En Español
Welcome to Lt. Elmer J. McMahon School!
Vision Statement
The vision of the Lt. Elmer J. McMahon School is to foster critical thinking, effective communication orally and in writing and qualities of character and citizenship, in a respectful environment, supporting students in acquiring the self-awareness and self-management skills needed to achieve at high levels academically and in life.
Instructional Programs
Instructional Focus “We Write Right”
Math In Focus Grades K-8
NGSS Science Standards using STEMScopes K-8
Expeditionary Learning in Grades 3-8
Specials in Physical Education, Music, Art and Computer Technology
Targeted Learning Times (TLT) Daily
Second Step Social Skills Curriculum
School-Wide Initiative Positive Mindset and Character Building
Enrichment Programs
Middle School Cheetahs Basketball and Volleyball Teams
Student of the Week/Excellent Effort
PBIS Program/”PAW” Incentives
Connections Afterschool Program Grades 2-5
Noreen Ewick, Principal
newick@hps.holyoke.ma.us
75 Kane Road, Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2062/63
(413) 534-2290 (fax)
Hours: 7:40 AM to 2:45 PM
Pre-Kindergarten
10 months
Half-day AM, 7:40 AM-10:30 AM and
Half-day PM, 11:55 AM-2:45 PM
For Pre-K enrollment and eligibility information, contact the Student Assignment Center at 413-534-2000 x1100, x1102, or x1103.